1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 621 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Volante | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 95 L |
